CIATB Chapter 119 An unexpected encounter with my father-in-law and mother-in-law
Chapter 119 An unexpected encounter with my father-in-law and mother-in-law
If Chen Yuan had seen who the two people who got out of the car were, he definitely wouldn't have eaten at that restaurant; he would have taken a detour.
There is no other reason.
The two people who came were Lin Wei's parents, Lin Jianguo and Zhang Guifang.
Lin Jianguo had a beer belly, wore a black old man's shirt, and had a fake gold chain around his neck.
Zhang Guifang had permed hair and was carrying a knock-off designer bag. She looked around with a particularly discerning eye.
Lin Jianguo said, "Your daughter has made money, isn't it nice to treat us to something good? Let's eat."
"She's just starting her business, shouldn't I try to save her some money?"
"Oh, why worry so much? Let's go try it. Judging from the decor here, I reckon the food must be expensive. Let's treat ourselves to something nice today, thanks to our daughter."
"Wait a minute, wait a minute, I need to go get something from the car. I forgot my phone."
Around noon.
The sun was shining brightly, and the weather was neither too hot nor too dry.
This restaurant doesn't have luxurious decor, but its elegance and refined aesthetics are evident in every detail.
The surrounding environment is quiet and serene, surrounded by greenery.
The waiters spoke softly, which gave people a sense of reassurance.
Su Qingxue clearly ate here often, and walked in with ease.
Arriving at the pre-booked window seat, one can see a small bamboo grove, lush and elegant.
"The food at this restaurant is pretty good, the prices are reasonable, and most importantly, it's quite quiet, which is perfect for us to chat."
"Senior brother, you've been so busy and tired today, you must get some rest."
Chen Yuan sat down as well, but his first words were...
"You know, it just doesn't feel right for me, as a father, to go out for a fancy meal behind my daughter's back."
Su Qingxue smiled brightly and teased softly.
"Then you try it first and see if this place has any dishes she likes. Next time, you can bring her here with you."
"Your suggestion is quite good."
"Then, senior brother, you can order the food."
Chen Yuan glanced at the menu.
The names of the dishes above are all over the place.
The price isn't exactly cheap, but it's not too high either.
Considering the dining environment and other factors, the price is indeed quite reasonable.
He glanced at it, felt a bit overwhelmed, and pushed the menu back.
Su Qingxue didn't say anything, but ordered two local specialties, a light dish, and a soup.
The food was served very quickly.
Its color is enticing, and its aroma is irresistible.
The two ate and chatted, creating a warm and natural atmosphere.
"I was quite nervous this morning." Su Qingxue put down her chopsticks, rested her chin on her hand, and looked at the other person: "I thought you were under a lot of pressure and would definitely be nervous, but I didn't expect you to be. You're amazing."
Chen Yuan smiled and said, "It's alright. I was a little nervous at first, but I got used to it later. Thank you for encouraging me the whole time and for giving me such a great idea."
"We're all family, so let's not stand on ceremony," Su Qingxue blurted out. Her cheeks flushed slightly after she finished speaking, and she quickly covered it up, saying, "I meant we're all friends, so don't be so polite."
Chen Yuan looked at her flustered appearance and smiled slightly.
Even if he's slow on the uptake, by now he's starting to realize something.
Chen Yuan wasn't a very talkative person; he simply quietly rearranged the dishes the other person liked.
"Eat quickly, it won't taste good when it gets cold."
Sunlight filters through the bamboo leaves and falls onto the tabletop.
The dappled light and shadow danced with the gentle breeze.
At this moment, no one disturbed them; they had only each other in front of them.
however.
This silence was soon broken.
The wind chimes at the gate rang a few times.
Lin Jianguo and Zhang Guifang walked in one after the other.
Zhang Guifang has a loud voice, and when she opens her mouth, her voice is sharp, attracting the attention of the surrounding diners.
"Your daughter said she'd treat us to a big meal, but why did she choose such a remote place? The decor looks nice, but it's too far. I wonder how much gas money that will cost."
The waiter quickly came forward and greeted them with a smile.
"Hello sir/madam, do you have an appointment?"
Lin Jianguo stood with his hands behind his back, looking around arrogantly, and said...
"What reservation? My daughter said it was booked a long time ago. Hurry up and find us a good spot, by the window, with a good view."
The waiter didn't even check before speaking.
"Could you please tell me the last four digits of your daughter's phone number? I'll check which place she booked."
"What a hassle."
After Zhang Guifang gave the last four digits of her phone number, she waited somewhat impatiently.
The waiter was quick and found it within seconds.
"I'm sorry, your daughter didn't reserve a window seat, but a booth. But don't worry, the booth is just as quiet."
"What's the point of being quiet? We're here to see the scenery!"
Zhang Guifang was a little unhappy and pouted, while Lin Jianguo clicked his tongue twice.
"Oh well, I'll just have to make do. Honestly, a booth is fine, it's just a meal anyway."
The two were led to a booth a little further away from Su Qingxue and Chen Yuan, separated by several tables and a screen, so they did not see Chen Yuan.
After they sat down, they didn't order food immediately, but instead started looking around and pointing at the surrounding decorations.
Lin Jianguo tapped the table, making a thumping sound.
"Look at this table, the paint is all peeling off."
Zhang Guifang shifted her body: "This chair isn't comfortable either, it's rock hard. Weiwei said this store is high-end, but I think it's just so-so, and the things are quite expensive."
The waiter handed over the menu and said, "Uh, your daughter already ordered when we made the reservation. Here's the menu. Would you like to add anything else?"
Zhang Guifang took the ordered dishes and opened the menu to take a look.
After a quick comparison, his brows immediately furrowed into a deep frown.
"Oh my god, what kind of price is this? 38 yuan for a plate of stir-fried vegetables? It's practically robbery!"
"This fish costs 188 yuan, and it's only a little bigger than the palm of your hand. Weiwei is such a big spender, she doesn't even know how to save money. Your shop is ripping off customers!"
The waiter gave a forced smile and patiently explained.
"Sir, all our ingredients are freshly sourced, and our cooking methods are quite meticulous. We do not engage in any practices that would overcharge our customers."
Zhang Guifang said unhappily, "What's there to be particular about? Aren't you just trying to make more money? And why are your napkins so expensive? Two yuan a pack, while they're only 5 cents at most in supermarkets outside."
"And this tea costs money too? Don't you even have plain water?"
The waiter's smile was almost too long to hold back.
"I'm sorry, these are our restaurant's fixed prices."
Lin Jianguo frowned, looking very impatient.
"I don't care about any of that. Call your manager over here; I'm going to file a complaint!"